Thai Cuisine Chef — Lead Kitchen, Menu & Quality

Global Vision Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Vision Recruitment Consultants is seeking a skilled Chef for a Thai restaurant in North Strathfield, NSW. The role requires a minimum of 2 years’ chef experience plus a Diploma in Commercial Cookery (or 5 years’ experience if no qualification).

You will plan menus, manage costings, oversee kitchen operations, ensure food safety and high presentation standards, and lead a small kitchen team in a busy dining environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma level qualification or higher in Commercial Cookery, Hospitality or a related field.
• At least 3 years’ relevant experience as a Chef in place of a formal qualification.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare Thai menus and daily food requirements, estimate food and labour costs, and coordinate the ordering and availability of fresh ingredients and kitchen supplies.
• Prepare and cook a range of authentic Thai dishes, including curries, stir-fries and other menu items, in accordance with established recipes and cooking techniques.
• Monitor the quality, consistency, flavour and presentation of dishes throughout food preparation and service.
• Coordinate with the restaurant management and kitchen team regarding food preparation, menu requirements, kitchen operations and service demands.
• Demonstrate and maintain appropriate Thai cooking techniques and provide guidance to kitchen staff on food preparation and cooking procedures.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards throughout the kitchen, including proper food handling, storage and preparation practices.
• Monitor stock levels, minimise food wastage and ensure ingredients are stored and handled appropriately.
• Assist with training and supervising kitchen staff to ensure food preparation and cooking standards are consistently maintained.

Skills

Thai cuisine

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Stock management

Education

Diploma in Commercial Cookery

Experience substitution for qualification

Job description

Global Vision Recruitment Consultants is seeking a skilled Chef for a Thai restaurant in North Strathfield, NSW. The role requires a minimum of 2 years’ chef experience plus a Diploma in Commercial Cookery (or 5 years’ experience if no qualification).

You will plan menus, manage costings, oversee kitchen operations, ensure food safety and high presentation standards, and lead a small kitchen team in a busy dining environment.